(Update: 2/17/23): The Splatoon account is back with another preview of an upcoming weapon that’ll debut during the Fresh Season update. Inklings and Octolings, it’s time to get a look at the Super Chump, a weapon that is sure to help you when you Super Jump. The SC will launch decoys that look just like Super Jump landing spots, but they’ll take out your enemies by exploding soon after! Have a look:
SRL Ballistics keeping the research rolling with info on a new special weapon…the Super Chump! If you're tired of enemies camping near your Super Jump spots, this one's for you. It'll launch decoys that look like Super Jump landing spots, only to explode a short while later. pic.twitter.com/56cpVk2yfe
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) February 17, 2023
Ready your spring fits – Splatoon 3’s next seasonal update, “Fresh Season 2023,” is hitting on March 1st, just after the game adds Inkopolis in its first DLC wave. The update will bring the usual seasonal additions of weapons, gears, a new catalog, and more, some of which has been detailed already:
Breaking news! SRL here with advance info about next season in the Splatoon 3 game! We'll be entering Fresh Season 2023 on March 1st, and SRL's hardworking scientists have you covered with a plethora of discoveries. Grab 8 pencils (if you have tentacles), and start taking notes! pic.twitter.com/4F46cHbWvn
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) February 16, 2023
First is the new Special, the Kraken Royale, an upgraded version of the Kraken from the original Splatoon. The powerful and invincible transformation now comes with a spin move and a oneshotting charge with ZR, though attacks upon it still generate knockback. Be slippery and sly as you plow through enemies.
Behold—the Kraken Royale! Activate this special to transform into a giant squid or octopus with the power to splat and scatter enemies left and right. You can jump to trigger a wide-ranging spin move, or hold and release the ZR Button to unleash a one-shot charge attack! pic.twitter.com/e6x036UX4O
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) February 16, 2023
Let's see the Kraken Royale in action. Notice a moment of vulnerability before and after transforming—contrasted with total invincibility while transformed! Still, attacks slow you down, so get slippery with jumps, charges, Squid Surges, and Squid Rolls to reach your target. pic.twitter.com/XRddymxppE
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) February 16, 2023
The Kraken Royale comes with the Krak-On Splat Roller, which also includes the Squid Beakon sub weapon. Charge into enemy territory and wreak havoc!
Next up we have the Krak-On Splat Roller, a special collab with the Krak-On brand. It comes with the Squid Beakon sub weapon to help you and your team zip to the heart of the action, as well as the Kraken Royale special to let 'em have it once you're there! pic.twitter.com/X49mE9xqkW
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) February 16, 2023
Also with the Kraken Royale is the .96 Gal Deco, a version of the .96 Gal with the Splash Wall sub-weapon. Safety comes first with launching huge globs of ink from behind your Splash Wall, and then using your Special to push forward.
Last one for today! This is the .96 Gal Deco, a spiffy redesign of the classic .96 Gal. This powerful weapon lets you target enemies from afar, possibly while hiding behind your Splash Wall sub. Then, when the time is right, burst forth using the Kraken Royale and wreak havoc! pic.twitter.com/gWIDIqRpGj
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) February 16, 2023
More Fresh Season additions will undoubtedly be detailed in the coming weeks. Stay spla-tuned for updates.
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